Dangote Group has appointed former Central Bank of Nigeria director, Dr Mahmud Hassan, as its Group Chief Economist to guide the company’s economic planning and policy direction. The appointment was announced on Monday as the conglomerate continues to operate across changing global and local market conditions.
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In his new position, Hassan will advise the Group on economic strategy, market movements, and policy matters. He will report directly to the President of the Group, Aliko Dangote. The company operates in several sectors of the economy, including oil and gas, manufacturing, and consumer goods, and said the role will support informed decision-making across its businesses.
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Hassan brings more than three decades of experience in economic policy, financial regulation, and central banking. During his time at the Central Bank of Nigeria, he served in several senior roles, including Director of the Trade and Exchange Department and Director of the Monetary Policy Department. He also worked as Secretary to the Monetary Policy Committee and as Special Assistant on Economic Policy and Research to the CBN Governor.
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Beyond Nigeria, Hassan has been involved in regional economic initiatives. He has worked with the African Union Commission as a lead consultant on trade integration projects and efforts toward the establishment of the African Monetary Fund.
He holds a doctorate in Economics and a master’s degree in Energy Economics and Policy from the University of Surrey in the United Kingdom, as well as a bachelor’s degree in Economics from Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria. He also trained at the Harvard Kennedy School and holds professional certifications in banking and anti-money laundering practice.
Hassan is a fellow of several professional bodies and has carried out wide academic research in areas such as macroeconomics, monetary policy, energy economics, and financial systems. Alongside his corporate role, he remains a visiting professor at Nigerian universities and currently serves as President of the Nigerian Association for Energy Economics.
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